Description

4,4'-Bis(Dimethylamino)Thiobenzophenone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the thiobenzophenone class, recognized for its role as a key intermediate and functional material. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which imparts specific photophysical and electronic properties critical for advanced applications. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial manufacturers in the fields of photochemistry, dye synthesis, and organic electronics.

Application

• Photoinitiator Precursor: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of specialized photoinitiators for UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the production of specific thioindigo and related sulfur-containing dyes and functional pigments.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Acts as a building block for novel organic electronic materials due to its electron-donating dimethylamino groups and thiocarbonyl functionality.
• Photochromic Material Synthesis: Employed in research for developing compounds that change color upon exposure to light.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Functions as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex sulfur-containing molecular architectures.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be used as a reference standard or reagent in chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Bis(Dimethylamino)Thiobenzophenone
CAS No.	1226-46-6
Molecular Formula	C17H20N2S
Molecular Weight	284.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Michler's Thioketone; 4,4'-Tetramethyldiaminothiobenzophenone; Bis(4-(dimethylamino)phenyl)methanethione; Thiobenzophenone, 4,4'-bis(dimethylamino)-; p,p'-Bis(dimethylamino)thiobenzophenone; NSC 404122; 4,4'-Bis(dimethylamino)benzophenone thione
EINECS	214-954-9

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Bis(Dimethylamino)Thiobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be conducted under subdued lighting where practical.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to greenish-yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	168 - 172 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.